5 awesome corporate event ideas with longevity!

We’ve seen it all over the years when corporate event trends have come along and gone again just as quickly. But there are several events that clients just never tire of and that’s because they are genuinely great fun and have mass appeal that endures.

They might not be the latest ‘thing’ but if you want your corporate event to be memorable for all the right reasons, we’d highly recommend going with one of the following event ideas:

1) The Multi-Activity Event

Choose a corporate event tailor made to your group, featuring up to 8 activities for a full day of fun. Structured timeslots on each activity allow for an element of fun competition between each group, with a round up at the end of the day to announce the winning team and the funniest moments of the day. There’s a huge array of activities to choose from depending on whether your groups are a bunch of petrol heads, creative types, highly energetic or prefer a slower pace of activity. As always, we put the emphasis on fun, and lots of it!

When: All year round

Where: Our venue, or elsewhere in southern England

Who: Typically for up to 50, but can be more if budget allows.

2) The Family Fun Day

Why not extend the invitation to your teams’ families too and create a corporate event that will be enjoyed by all ages. The lack of structure means that your guests can really relax and do what they choose. That could be hanging out in the marquee eating and drinking with their friends all afternoon, getting round as many activities as possible or perhaps riding the merry go round 20 times over with their young family! There’s something for everyone and hundreds of activities to choose from. As for location, go for rustic at our venue, Ashtree Farm in Kent, or a beautiful backdrop such as a hotel or castle. As long as they have the grounds available, then we can run a fantastic family fun day for you. Previous events have included:

A huge delicious BBQ (absolutely essential!)

Pimms and beer tent

Fairground rides and stalls

Target archery

Motorised activities

Face painters

Arts and crafts stalls

School fete

Inflatables or It’s a Knockout

Rowing boats

When: Spring through to Autumn

Where: Our venue, Ashtree Farm in Kent

Who: Great for larger groups

3) The Treasure Hunt

A totally flexible corporate event and cost effective too. Choose from urban or rural location, on foot, by car, by boat or even by quad bike!

A treasure hunt involves everyone and can be staged anywhere. Add in a time deadline and a sense of urgency and you’ve got all the ingredients for a brilliant, memorable event.

Find stuff, collect evidence, answer clues, solve puzzles.

When: All year round

Where: Anywhere!

Who: Any group size, large or small.

4) The Summer Festival

Create your own mini Glastonbury! Make the most of our beautiful rural farm location and enjoy a laid back summer party vibe with activities throughout the day, an evening party with live music on stage, bar and overnight camp in giant teepees. Forget dodgy facilities and over-crowding though, we’ll bring in luxury shower units and toilets for an altogether more sophisticated festival experience.

When: Summer months

Where: Our venue, Ashtree Farm in Kent

Who: Ideal for larger groups

5) The School Sports Day

Nothing brings on fits of giggles amongst colleagues quite as much as a three-legged race - It’s always hilarious! You know what’s involved, you’ll remember it from your school days, cheering on your team from the side lines. It was fun back then and re-enacting it now is even more so! Remember these?:

Egg and spoon race

Tug of War

3-Legged race

Wheelbarrow race

Relay race

Sack race

Bean bag challenge

Space Hopper challenge

Complete with medals and a trophy for the winning team, bunting and flags. School uniform optional!

“Hi Ian,
I just wanted to thank you and the team for the events yesterday, The 3 guys we had running it were brilliant! Everyone thoroughly enjoyed it.
Thanks,
Kate”

Kate Royle

EBRD - May 2015

“All the event staff on the day were extremely friendly, funny and knowledgeable; they helped make the day a very fun and enjoyable experience. I would definitely recommend The Wright Event to others.”

Kirsty Liles - May 2015

Barclays

“A massive thank you to everyone who made our day out go so well.
Everybody had a brilliant time and have said that it was the best one yet they loved
all the events that we did………… so thanks guys and girls for the fantastic day
and look forward to seeing you again next year.”

Jane Coote - June 2015

Curran

“I've had nothing but good feedback from my colleagues and I can safely say that everyone had a fantastic day. Thank you so much.”

Laura Salt

Land Securities

“The team will remember this day for a long time. It was great fun and everyone really enjoyed themselves. We discovered new talents that we didn't know we had. Thank you to everyone that was there on the day, will we definitely recommend you to others.”

Leanne Sequeira

Nelson Policies

“We are always pleased to work with the staff at the Wright Event and the event was very well organised. Everyone really enjoyed the day and the motor activities were very popular.”

Sirje Rasanen - June 2015

BWPA

“A thoroughly enjoyable day; we will definitely be booking further events with you.”

Ian Aubrey

MAC Professional Solutions

“My colleagues were without exception impressed with the organisation and friendliness of your colleagues, and we all had a brilliant time in some warm sunshine. We have been having staff days-out for a number of years now, and this was by far the most enjoyable, fun and productive – we will be ta”

Stephen Birtwistle

Daniel Watney

“Thank you so much for hosting our Royal College of Music away day. It was a fabulous day! Everyone agrees that the team were great, the food was amazing and the activities were really good fun.”

Julia Palmer

Royal College of Music

“My team thoroughly enjoyed themselves at Ashtree Farm. Not even the rain managed to dampen spirits and actually made the Quad bikes that bit more fun. Thanks to everyone!
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Cheryl Philpott

Brigade Electronics

“The day was a huge success for Daniel Watney. The fine weather helped of course, but we met our objectives and in the process enjoyed a well-organised day of activities and without exception everyone had fun. There were smiles and laughs all round, and unanimous agreement from all that it was by f”

Stephen Birtwistle

Daniel Watney

“Thank you for such a wonderful day. We all had a blast and everyone enjoyed the spread you put on after. I have had nothing but good feedback from the staff. Thank you again and we WILL be back!
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Rebecca Parker

Aiimi Ltd

“The Wright Event were friendly, approachable and very professional. Every single member of the team had a very enjoyable day, with great feedback from each member. Well done, we will be back soon!
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Birju Patel

Royal College of Music

“Thank you so much for organising our event. The feedback I have received has been fantastic. Please pass on our thanks to your team. There were lots of positive comments about each of the activities and the individuals that ran them. Thanks also for sorting out the weather – we will expect this e”

Jacqui Groom

KPMG

“An excellent day! Really fun and exciting activities, great venue, lovely grounds, helpful, fun and friendly staff. The best team event we have had so far. We would definitely like to come back.”

Danni Head

Merlin Electrical Services Ltd

“Thank you so much for having us, everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves! I would recommend you to other departments within the company in a heartbeat!”

Kirstie Defries

Land Securities

“We had a fantastic day at Ashtree Farm and would happily recommend The Wright Event to friends and colleagues, thank you for a great day!
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Yvonne Stark

Land Securities

“Fantastic! We thoroughly enjoyed our two days at Chilston Park with the Wright Event team. We would definitely recommend them for anyone looking to organise outdoor activities.”

Jordana Marston

Beazley

“All the event staff were excellent, they put everyone at ease and made each exercise valuable. The mix of activities worked brilliantly and we were delighted with your support once again. Thanks very much from the whole team.
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Nicola Harkin

J Sainsburys

“We all had a really good time on Saturday. It was a great laugh with the Wright Event team, they made the day a lot more enjoyable. The food was amazing and the venue was brilliant. Thank you so much for organising a great day.
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Carolyn Jones

Alemba

“The event fulfilled all our objectives. It made the whole team more relaxed around each other and work well together as a team. We would recommend the Wright Event to anyone seeking fun team activities or a good day out with friends. ”

Skye Gordon

Liberty Specialty Markets

“All enquiries were responded to promptly, the event staff were great fun and had a sense of humour, the food was delicious and we have had positive feedback from all involved. Thanks for a great day!”

Kim Bedford

Coombes Forestry Ltd

“A really good variety of activities, a homely hearty meal, a great fire, a lovely farm setting and helpful staff. All full marks! Thank you so much for a great event.”

Milli d'Hangest d'Yvoy

Testplant

“Excellent staff, very professional, but with a good sense of humour. We all thoroughly enjoyed the day and would not hesitate to use The Wright Event again. ”

Sally Coleman

Flexenet Ltd

“Very accommodating staff, productive activities, good value for money and great atmosphere.”

Sophie Bailey

Herbert Smith Freehills LLP

“Thank you so much for a great day on Friday. The team really enjoyed it and I have heard lots or positive feedback about the day. The activities were so much fun and the food was fantastic.
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Laura Pyle

Hue Global Solutions

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“We wanted the team to work together and to have some fun, it delivered against both these objectives. The time flew by and the team were buzzing!”

Nicola Harkin

J Sainsburys - Sep 2014

“The Wright Event were very accommodating in terms of catering to our needs. Everybody had a great time and we were very happy with everything.”

Michelle McCarthy

Inmarsat - Sep 2014

“I just wanted to thank you and Ian and everyone involved for a fantastic couple of days. We all had the best time! Your staff were wonderful, everything went incredibly smoothly and we have some amazing memories. Thank you so much, it has been an absolute pleasure to work with you all throughout the”

Mary-Rose Taylor

The Student Room - Sep 2014

“Once again a great day was had by all. Thank you to all of your staff who always make us so welcome.”

Diane Ward

Decision Insight Information Group - Aug 2014

“Everything was very well organised and efficient. All the events were great fun and the staff were all friendly and encouraging, plus the food and drink was excellent as always.”

Hayley Quin

A J Bell Securities - Aug 2014

“We had a fantastic day that was enjoyed by all. The staff were helpful and friendly and the activities were excellent fun and well organised. We can't wait to come back and try out other activities.”

Victoria Jackson

KPMG - July 2014

“We had a brilliant day. We enjoyed it all, from the activities themselves, to the food, the location and the staff. Can't wait for next year!”

Adam Coomber

Coty Information Technology - July 2014

“Our team had a great day, everyone enjoyed it and the team at The Wright Event were brilliant. Many thanks.”

Jessica Geldart

Imperial College - June 2014

“All the staff were really lovely and helpful. We would definitely use your company again and have already recommended The Wright Event to other departments.”

Laura Salt

Land Securities - June 2014

“As usual the Wright Event staff were friendly and chatty with a fantastic sense of humour. The food was delicious and very well presented and we chose a wonderful selection of activities.”

Eloise Mayall

Infor - June 2014

“Thank you again for hosting my Google team at the end of June. My team still rave about the day and has said it was the best offsite we've ever had! ”

Google

“The event went without a hitch and everyone loved the venue, the activity and the food. You and your team made sure that yesterday was one of the best Team Building events we have ever held”